Parsons, Gail Martha

It is with great sadness that the Big Plume family announces the loss of Gail Martha Parsons (nee Big Plume) who passed away peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2005 at the age of 57 years.

Gail was born in Morley, AB and lived all her life in Calgary and on the Tsuu T’ina Nation. She attended Westoe School and went on to complete her High School Diploma at the St. Mary’s Girls School. Gail went on to attend a commercial cooking program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in 1982 and worked for several years as a cook at the William Roper Hull Home, Crowfoot Sunrise and Calgary Remand Centre. Gail devoted her time to caring for her father for many years.

“Gailie” will always be remembered for her generosity and as a person who was filled with love and kindness. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Wake Services will be held at Gail’s home (3945 Korea Avenue, Tsuu T’ina Nation, AB) on Monday, November 28, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Lady of the Peace Catholic Church (3700 Anderson Road S.W., Tsuu T’ina Nation, AB) on Tuesday, November 29, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Jack Pereira, Presider. Graveside Service to follow at Tsuu T’ina Cemetery (Tsuu T’ina Nation, AB). Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. The family wishes to thank the doctors, clergy and nursing staff in the Intensive Care Unit at the Rockyview General Hospital and the Native Liaison Worker, Connie Beebe.